Project Endeavor - Archive

Communication Services for the deaf is non-profit organization which has worked since 1975, to ensure the deaf and hard of hearing have greater access to human service programs and quality communication services. It has 29 offices around the country and operates relay services for 35 states.

In 2010, Project Endeavor was launched to bring high-speed internet connections (broadband) and training to the deaf and hard of hearing across America. Through a federal grant from Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP), Project Endeavor provides access to the internet by distributing equipment, offering technical assistance and connecting consumers to broadband.

To learn if you are eligible for free equipment such as a notebook computer and 1 year of unlimited high-speed internet access, visit http://www.projectendeavor.com/. To talk to a service representative, you can use the communication method you prefer – voice (877-NETME77), sign language (VP 605-644-7399) or text (TTY 877-403-4596).

Get started on the road to high-speed Internet services and get access to closed captioned videos, use remote interpreters, learn new skills, look for jobs and connect to others on social media like Facebook.

American Abilities Television Network (AATV)In 2008, AATV was launched on CW Rochester Channel in New York by Richard McCollough to bring quality programming on a variety of subjects to the deaf and hard of hearing community.

This network addresses the concerns of individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing by offering documentaries, interviews, movies and educational segments that are all opened captioned. The 30 minute programs air each Sunday and keep viewers both entertained and informed.

AATV is commercially supported and sponsored in part by the Rochester School for the Deaf. For more information, visit their website. While you are there, click the Contact Us button to find out how you can have this service brought to your city or community.

NVRC eNews provides news & community announcements on variety of topics related to deaf and hard of hearing people and their families, friends, co-workers, employers, business and government agencies that serve deaf and hard of hearing people. (Includes announcements for Open Caption Movies and Metro Washington, DC community events) eNews-Archives